System Programmer

Primary ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a versatile z/OS Senior Systems Programmer skilled in the z/OS operating system with 9+ years of experience. This position requires the ability to plan, install, configure, customize, and maintain  z/OS operating system software and various other base and optional features including TSO/E, ISPF/PDF, JES2, and SDSF, in a multi-LPAR, multi-site environment. Additional responsibilities may also include management, maintenance, and upgrade of various program products and Independent Software Vendor (ISV) software. The Sr. Systems Programmer must also be able to provide on-call services after normal working hours to respond to issues or to implement configuration changes.Responsibilities:Installation and customization of  z/OS and associated major subsystems.Installation and customization of nonsoftware products that run on the z/OS operating system.Monitor the operating system using tools including BMC to improve performance and to diagnose and resolve problems.Ensure customer satisfaction and provide follow-up support to various customer organizations.Respond to issues generated by the Helpdesk, Operations, and Applications staff.Participate in disaster recovery procedures.Create and maintain system policies and user documentation.Experience:z/OS 2.2 or above internal knowledgeProficient with z/OS installation tools to include SMP/E, z/OSMF, PDO, etc.Experience in UNIX Systems Services under z/OSExperience with hardware configuration tools (HCD, IODF)Preferred Skills and Experience:Familiarity with z/OS Security product CA Top secret.Knowledge of other products such as CICS and DB2.Professional Skills and Experience:Strong verbal and written communication skillsStrong customer support skillsEducation:Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or four years of additional experience